Obituaries for The Billow Funeral Homes & Crematory

Sep 21, 2021

Mary J. Ensign, 95 of Peninsula, Ohio passed away on September 21, 2021. Mary was born in Monroeville, Ohio on December 26, 1925 to the late Adolph and Mae Walter.

She was a graduate of Cleveland East High School class of 1944. Mary worked hard at keeping her family together, loved her grandchildren and animals.

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Sep 18, 2021

Amelio Ciccolini, age 78, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 18, 2021 after a lengthy illness.

He was the second of seven children from the now deceased parents, Emilio and Albina (nee Ottaviano). He is survived by his siblings and their extended families; Fr. Sam, Tom (Judy), Don (Jeanne), Jim, Mary (Joe Bird), Liz (Mike Oddi).

Sep 17, 2021

Courtland Livingston Hungerford, of Akron, died quietly at home on September 17, 2021.

Court was born in Cuyahoga Falls to Florence and Courtland Hungerford on August 29, 1925.

He was an active member of the Boy Scouts and enjoyed many summers at Camp Butler and later Camp Manatoc where he earned his Eagle Scout and...

Sep 13, 2021

William L. West was ushered into the presence of his Lord and Savior on Monday, September 13, 2021, surrounded by his family.  Born March 20, 1926, in Des Moines, Iowa to William Dale Stumbaugh and Lola Irene West Stumbaugh, he was adopted at age four by his maternal grandparents, Rufus and Anna West.  Growing up, he attended a one-room...

Sep 12, 2021

Kenneth Raymond Cavanaugh, 67, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2021 at Cleveland Clinic Hospice.

Ken was born on November 24, 1953 in Akron, Ohio to Ronald and Marguerite Cavanaugh. His happiest times were with his wife, Lisa.  He had many jobs and projects throughout his life, the most important being the caregiver to...

Sep 7, 2021

Susan L. Jacques, 73, passed away peacefully on Sept. 7, 2021 in Richfield, OH, surrounded by her children and grandchildren. She was born on June 13, 1948 in Akron, OH to parents, Ralph (Leland) and Doris Watson.

Sue was a strong, caring, selfless mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend who loved her family. Her greatest joy...

Sep 7, 2021

Florence Jewel Winter, age 99, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 7, 2021.

She was born June 13, 1922, in Prospect, PA; cherished daughter of the late William D. and Stella M. McBride. Florence enjoyed cooking and gardening, but most importantly, she loved taking care of and spending time with her family.

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Sep 6, 2021

Gary P. Beahn, 83, of Akron, passed away on September 6, 2021. Gary was born in Akron, OH to parents, Leonard and Lena Beahn.

Gary graduated from Springfield High School. He went on to work 43 years at Goodyear Tire and Rubber retiring in 1989. Gary played Classical piano and enjoyed playing golf.

Gary was...

Sep 4, 2021

Barbara Ann (Bobbie) McMillen Porter, 92, passed away September 4, 2021. Born on Halloween in 1928, in Akron, and a graduate of Central High School, she raised four children with husband, Dr. Robert Shade McMillen, in the area.

Bobbie and Bob were active members of Congress Lake and Fairlawn Country Clubs before moving to Pinehurst, NC in...

Sep 4, 2021

Don Wayne Anders, Sr., 74, beloved husband of Barbara L. Anders, died Saturday, September 4, 2021, at his home in Sumter, SC. Born August 20, 1947, in Akron, OH, he was a son of the late Roy Anders and the late Enie Holderfield Anders. He attended Pinewood United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife of Sumter; four children, Donna...

Aug 30, 2021

William “Bill” Robert Bartilson, Sr, born January 24, 1937, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2021. Preceded in death by his parents, Edwin, Sr. & Mildred; brother, Edwin, Jr. (Jean); brothers-in-law, Karl Heft (Catherine) and Kenneth Grigsby (Nina). Bill is survived by his loving wife of nearly 62 years, Ruth (nee Heft); children, Dianna (Bob) Kane, Susan (Jim) Heiser,...

Aug 29, 2021

Arthur Scott, age 101, passed away on August 29, 2021 in Akron, Ohio after a short illness. He was a committed husband, father, and grandfather. Arthur was a WWII veteran, where he was Chief Draftsman in the HQ War Room of the China/Burma/India Theater and drew the maps for 5 Generals who lead the invasion of Burma. He knew...

Aug 29, 2021

David “Dave" Dickson, born in Akron, Ohio on March 12, 1935, son of the late Mabel (Keagy) and James Dickson, and brother to the late Loretta “Jean” Dickson, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, grace and love, on Sunday, August 29, 2021. He spent the last eight months living with family in Arlington, Virginia where he could see the...

Aug 28, 2021

William J. Taucher, 89, of the City of Green, passed away on August 28, 2021. He was born on July 29, 1932 in Akron, Ohio.

Preceded in death by his wife Jacquelyn, parents John and Edith, brothers David (Catherine), John (Bobbie) and son-in-law Vance Edwards. William is survived by his son Jeffrey (Karen) Taucher, daughter Leslie Edwards,...

Aug 27, 2021

On August 27, 2021 our precious Katie Bird, age 36, went home to be with the Lord and loved ones. After a year long struggle with autoimmune health issues, she is now at peace and pain free.

A 2004 graduate of Woodridge High School, Katie earned her associate degree as a Veterinary Assistant.

She is...

Aug 25, 2021

Grover Oliver Nelson, age 91, passed away on Wednesday, August 25, 2021 at Englewood Community Hospital, Englewood, FL.  Born February 1, 1930 in Polk Township, Galion, Ohio, he was the son of Raymond and Mildred (Chilcote) Nelson.  Grover served in the US Navy during the Korean Conflict.  He married his beloved wife of 64 years M. Alene (Fury) Nelson...

Aug 24, 2021

This is the first time he ever left a party early. Dennis Campana died unexpectedly August 24, 2021. He was born in Massachusetts on April 25, 1947 to Joseph and Marisa Campana. He lived there until he joined the US Air Force in 1965. After the military he pursued a career in sales, which brought him to Akron in...

Aug 19, 2021

On Thursday, August 19, 2021, Gary Allen Ernest, loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away at the age of 85.

Gary, son of Walter and Fern Ernest, was born on August 22, 1935, in Lamar, CO. He spent his early years in Leadville, CO and Stockton, KS. After receiving his Business degree from Washburn University in...

Aug 19, 2021

After 94 years of a good life, Juanita died on August 19, 2021. She was the third daughter born to Daniel and Minnie O’Brien. Her education included David Hill Elementary School, Garfield High School where she was a majorette, and The University of Akron where she was a member of Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority. She taught at Green and...

Aug 18, 2021

Joseph Paul Barren Jr. 83 of Richfield Twp. passed away on August 18, 2021.

Joe was born in Cleveland, Ohio on November 10, 1937 to the late Joseph Paul and Mary Barren Sr. He served in the US Army as a proud member of the 101st Airborne stationed in Fort Campbell, Kentucky where after his honorable discharge...